National Waterway 1 (NW-1) is a significant waterway in India, stretching over 1,620 kilometers along the Ganges River. It connects the cities of Haldia in West Bengal to Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh, facilitating the movement of goods and passengers. The waterway is part of the National Waterways Act, 2016, which aims to promote inland water transport. NW-1 is crucial for enhancing trade and reducing transportation costs, as it provides an alternative to road and rail networks for cargo movement across the region.